Most drill bits have flutes (grooves) that give them a twisted appearance and aid in cutting the material as the drill bit moves up and down within the hole.

If you’re looking to purchase quality end mills at affordable prices, or have questions about where to begin, contact our order desk. We’d be happy to take your call and discuss specifics with you.

End mills come in various lengths, diameters, flutes, and types, which can be chosen based on the material being cut and the desired surface finish for the project.

End mills allow for cutting precise parts, ranging from machine components, jewelry designs, wood carvings, sign-making, plastic cutting, mold-making, to circuit boards.

In short, a drill bit moves up and down while an end mill moves left and right (note: some end mills can move in various directions).

End mills are the cutting tools of the milling world and are used for tasks such as slotting, profiling, contouring, counterboring, and chamfering.

End mill cuts by rotating horizontally or laterally (side to side), while a drill bit cuts directly into the material by moving vertically downward.